The 60-minute special "Coming Together: Standing Up to Racism. A CNN/Sesame Street Town Hall for Kids and Families" will air on Saturday, June 6, at 10 a.m. ET. The show will talk to kids about racism and the recent nationwide protests, while also explaining how they can embrace diversity and be more empathetic and understanding. Who is moderating? Big Bird will join CNN commentator Van Jones and CNN anchor and national correspondent Erica Hill to moderate the event. Who is … [Read more...]
A Positive Parenting Approach for Changing Kids’ Challenging Behaviors
Image Credit: © Suzette Pauwels (text & graphic added) | 01.01.11 | CC by 2.0 As we all continue to deal with shelter-in-place, I thought it would be the perfect time to re-post a piece written by one of my blogging buddies, Amanda from Not Just Cute. She shares a wonderful method for dealing with problem behaviors in a positive and effective manner... And make sure you don't miss the extra-helpful printable for trying the techniques out in your home. If you've been a … [Read more...]
3 Things that Worked for Us Last Week
I'm starting something new today... During these trying times I want to share as many helpful tools as possible, especially those that we've tried in our home and found to be super helpful. With that in mind, I'm going to start writing about a few things that have been working for us from time to time. Here's last week's list... #1 Bulk Frozen Fruit Good nutrition is, of course, super important right now but going to the store every week to get fresh fruit doesn't … [Read more...]
I Just Signed My Kids Up for Camp Invention- Here’s Why
*This post is sponsored by Camp Invention®, all opinions are 100% my own. Like many parents, I've got a number of concerns bouncing around my head these days. One of the big ones is whether my kids will actually go back to school at all this year- and what that could mean for them academically. I'm worried about all the learning they're missing out on while their schools are closed. Every summer we talk about guarding against the infamous "summer slide". Will there be a much larger … [Read more...]
My Kids’ Schools Have Been Shuttered for Almost Two Weeks- Here’s What I’ve Learned
Did you know my kids' school district was the very first to be shut down in the country? Today is our 9th day of no school and we've got a minimum of 6 weeks to go. There's still a long haul ahead of us all, to be sure, but I've learned some things since we've been stuck at home and I have one big piece of advice I'd like to share with any of you who aren't as far down this road as we are...Take a little time to throw together a general daily schedule- you'll … [Read more...]
My Glamour Article on Our Coronavirus Forced Homeschooling
Earlier this week I shared my experience living at the center of the coronavirus outbreak in America. It's only been 4 days and the situation has elevated quite a bit. Late Wednesday night word came from our school district's superintendent; effective immediately, all schools in our district are closed for up to 14 days. Teaching will continue, at home, via the internet. For the foreseeable future, I’m a working mom with no childcare, overseeing the daily lesson plans of a kindergartner, a … [Read more...]
My Family Lives in the Coronavirus Epicenter in the U.S. – Here’s How We’re Handling It
As the coronavirus continues to spread across the country, more and more families will have to deal with its effects. Today, I thought I'd share with you my experience so far as a mom of three elementary-aged kids living in the center of the U.S. outbreak. I live 10 minutes away from the hospital where the six American Coronavirus deaths occurred. Two of my three children were born there. My husband was actually a hospital administrator there for 5 years before switching hospitals last … [Read more...]
Why I’m Making Breakfast Our New Family Meal (and You Should, Too!)
Thank you Honey Bunches of Oats® Frosted Cereal for sponsoring this post. Now available at major retailers nationwide! This time of year, my kids’ after school activities start to really take over our schedule, especially All. The. Sports. Skiing for all three is wrapping up, we just had little league baseball tryouts for my oldest son, AND my daughter decided to start basketball. No joke, in the spring we’re often gone during dinnertime as many as four out of five weeknights. That means we … [Read more...]
My 7 Nordstrom Winter Sale Picks Not to Miss!
Only three days left of the Nordstrom Winter Sale- have you check it out yet?! Today, I've rounded up the 7 pieces every on-the-go mom can use in their closet this spring. I hope you love them all as much as I do (and that you grab a great deal!!) #1 - Button Ankle Skinny Jeans $135, Now $81 MADEWELL These are my FAVORITE jeans. I wear them all the time- they're super comfy and flattering and I get so many compliments. Such a great way to easily change up your wardrobe … [Read more...]
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